Gail Cope, Coordinator II
Diversity Training & Quality Examiner

Gail joined the Center for Literacy Studies staff in January 2000. She is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating professional development projects and initiatives for adult educators in Tennessee. She is currently involved with the Equipped for the Future initiative, the Appreciating Diversity project, and assists with the Quality Initiative for adult educators in Tennessee. Gail’s previous work has included research and evaluation for the Tennessee Department of Human Services Families First Program, the Tennessee Family Literacy Consortium, and serving as evaluator for the Tennessee Family Literacy Initiative.

Prior to working at CLS, she worked with The University of Tennessee Human Resources Department from 1978 to 1999. During her employment there, she worked in several human resources areas including compensation, career development, staff development funds, and administration.

Gail received Bachelors’ degrees in Business Administration in 1977 (Office Administration) and 1981 (Management) and a master’s degree in Technological and Adult Education in 1992 from The University of Tennessee. While completing her master’s degree, she worked as a graduate assistant with the Tennessee Literacy Resource Center established through CLS.

Gail enjoys reading, traveling, exploring Tennessee backroads, and spending time with her two daughters.